The Seven Deadly Sins (2014)
Kernel Score: 90% · 5,098 ratings
Genres: Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2014-10-05
Seasons: 4 · 96 episodes
Is The Seven Deadly Sins worth watching?
Worth watching. A group of disgraced knights reunites to save a kingdom from corrupt Holy Knights. It's a colourful fantasy anime with fun fights and a warm cast, though the plot gets busy as it goes on.
Watch it if you
- like fantasy anime with swords and magic
- enjoy ensemble casts
- want a long, easy action binge
Skip it if you
- want tight, consistent plotting
- dislike fan-service humour
Best for: Binge weekend
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Seven Deadly Sins
- Stream: Netflix
- Buy: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The “Seven Deadly Sins”—a group of evil knights who conspired to overthrow the kingdom of Britannia—were said to have been eradicated by the Holy Knights, although some claim that they still live. Ten years later, the Holy Knights have staged a Coup d'état and assassinated the king, becoming the new, tyrannical rulers of the kingdom. Elizabeth, the king's only daughter, sets out on a journey to find the “Seven Deadly Sins,” and to enlist their help in taking back the kingdom.
The Seven Deadly Sins parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that The Seven Deadly Sins is a fantasy anime with betrayal, war, and demon battles.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Depicts coups, assassination, and battles between knights, demons, and supernatural forces.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Yuki Kaji as Meliodas (voice)
- Sora Amamiya as Elizabeth (voice)
- Tatsuhisa Suzuki as Ban (voice)
- Misaki Kuno as Hawk (voice)
- Aoi Yuuki as Diane (voice)
- Jun Fukuyama as King (voice)
- Rintaro Nishi as Narrator (voice)
The Seven Deadly Sins FAQ
Is The Seven Deadly Sins worth watching?
Worth watching. A group of disgraced knights reunites to save a kingdom from corrupt Holy Knights. It's a colourful fantasy anime with fun fights and a warm cast, though the plot gets busy as it goes on.
Where can I watch The Seven Deadly Sins?
In the US you can stream The Seven Deadly Sins on Netflix and buy it from Apple TV.
Is The Seven Deadly Sins OK for kids?
The Seven Deadly Sins is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that The Seven Deadly Sins is a fantasy anime with betrayal, war, and demon battles.
What shows are like The Seven Deadly Sins?
If you liked The Seven Deadly Sins, try The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Bleach.